Maniesh Paul discusses Covid protocols in first episode of podcast

Actor Maniesh Paul took to Instagram on Thursday to post a conversation with a doctor about Covid protocols and information around the disease. The conversation was part of the first episode of his podcast, “The Maniesh Paul Podcast”.

Maniesh shared snippets from the interview with the doctor where he asked common questions such as which test was important, whether it was necessary to keep an oxygen concentrator at home, and if we need to be scared of vaccination.

He is told it is important not to panic and that the second wave is always like a Tsunami.

“The Maniesh Paul Podcast Guys starting trrw!! On my youtube channel Thanks doctor @drgautambhansali1 for sharing some important info on covid…salute to all the doctors!!” wrote the actor.

In the podcast, the actor will be discussing topics like basic precautions to follow against Covid-19, the nature of the virus, and other concepts related to the deadly disease.

The guestlist of “The Maniesh Paul Podcast” is expected to include actors, doctors, socialites amongst others.

Maniesh would be next seen in the film “Jug Jugg Jeeyo”. The film stars Anil Kapoor, Neetu Kapoor, Varun Dhawan, and Kiara Advani.

Jacqueline Fernandez helps feed people, interacts with Covid warriors

Actress Jacqueline Fernandez on Thursday pitched in to serve food amidst the Covid crisis, and later in the day posted a video where she is seen interacting with people from across India who are trying to help others cope with the pandemic.

Jacqueline’s initiatives are a part of her foundation You Only Live Once (YOLO), which she had launched on Tuesday.

Posting pictures on Instagram that show her serving food, the actress said she was “honored” to help. She carried out her act of charity at the Roti Bank Foundation.

“Mother Teresa once said, ‘Peace begins when the hungry are fed’. I was truly humbled and inspired to visit Mumbai @rotibankfdn today, which is run by former Mumbai police commissioner Mr. D Sivanandan. Roti Bank has prepared and distributed meals to millions of hungry people to date, even during the pandemic. They are the perfect example of what #kindnessbrigade aspires to do and I am honored to be of help to them during these times. We only live once! Let’s make this life worth it by helping others in need and sharing the #storiesofkindness of those around us!” she wrote.

Jacqueline is also going to distribute masks and sanitizers to Mumbai Police Force and help feed stray animals.

Later in the day, the actress posted a video where she can be seen interacting with people who are trying others cope with the Covid situation in the country.

Sharing snippets from the interaction, she wrote: “Yolo’s ‘sharing stories of kindness’ Had an amazing chat with these 100 inspiring Covid Warriors who set out to help in their own unique ways! There is no such thing as a small act of kindness, each act adds up to something much greater! Thank you for taking the time out to talk to Yolo Foundation and motivating us to do more in our own ways. Pls tag us in your stories of kindness and help spread the love!!”

Tribute to Bharat Ratna – Satyajit Ray

Baro Market pays an artistic tribute to the legendary filmmaker Satyajit Ray on his centennial birth anniversary.

Srila Chatterjee, founder of Baro Market whose ardour for art, culture and all things made by hand is what inspires her inimitable style, as a tribute to Satyajit Ray, Srila has handpicked unique and rare pieces of art and artefacts that reflect the cinematic contribution of the legendary filmmaker.

From coasters that are made on pre-sanitised ceramic plate with archival ink have his movie posters that depict his movie to colourful cushion covers that depict the fictional character Feluda created by the Maestro to original movie posters of movie like Pather Panchali are all going to be available at Baro Market. Inspired completely by the fashion and styling of that great Ray Classic, Baro market has a collection of the most fantastic apparel with designs inspired by Bengal and its culture. The blouse pieces depicting movies such as Devi or Charulata and much more is a part of this collection

Tribute to Bharat Ratna- Satyajit Ray.(photo:IANSLIFE)

Telugu star Kalyaan Dhev recovers from Covid

Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi’s son-in-law, actor Kalyaan Dhev, has tested negative for Covid-19 after battling the virus over the past days. He made the announcement along with an Instagram picture on Thursday.

Kalyaan posted a picture dressed in a grey T-shirt. He is seen wearing a baseball cap as he posed for the camera.

“I’m Covid-19 NEGATIVE!  Hope you all are staying indoors, stay safe! Thank you so much for the love and prayers,” Kalyan wrote.

Kalyan tested positive for the virus on April 22.

The actor will next be seen in “Super Machi”, which is reportedly a romantic film directed By Puli Vasu and also stars Rachita Ram and late actor Sushant Singh Rajput’s rumoured girlfriend Rhea Chakraborty.

Sunny Leone, PETA India to donate 10,000 meals to Delhi migrant workers

Sunny Leone has joined hands with People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) to feed 10,000 migrant workers in the city.

“We are facing a crisis, but together with compassion and solidarity we will come out ahead. I’m delighted to join hands with PETA India again — this time to get protein-packed vegan meals to thousands in need,” Sunny said.

The meals consist of daal and rice or ‘khichdi’ and often fruit.

Sunny was named PETA India’s Person of the Year in 2016 and previously starred in the organisation’s campaigns in support of vegan fashion, vegetarian eating, and dog and cat adoption and sterilisation. PETA and Sunny will donate food through Uday Foundation.

Channing Tatum: Wouldn’t look like this unless I had to be naked in my movies

Hollywood star Channing Tatum shared he has a decent body because of his work profile, as acting frequently expects him to take his garments off.

“As somebody who turns out for a task, I guarantee you I would not appear as though this except if I must be bare in the majority of my films generally. Eventually, I need to improve at acting so I don’t need to be stripped in every one of them,” Tatum said on “The Kelly Clarkson Show”, reports femalefirst.co.uk.

He likewise communicated his deference for individuals who figure out how to function out just as having regular positions and families to raise, in light of the fact that for him going to the exercise center considers work.

He said: “I in a real sense will work out as a task it’s still hard. I can’t envision individuals who have a 9-5 work, who have children at home, and where do they get the energy and the opportunity to really zero in on themselves?”

Pooja Hegde tests negative for Covid-19

Actress Pooja Hegde has tested negative for Covid-19 after battling the virus over the past days. Pooja made the announcement along with an Instagram selfie on Wednesday.

“Thank you for all the love y’all have sent my way. I have recovered well, kicked stupid corona’s butt and finally tested NEGATIVE! yeyy! All your wishes and healing energy seemed to have done it’s magic. Forever grateful Stay safe out there,” she wrote as caption with a smiling photo.

Pooja shared on April 26 that she had contracted the deadly virus.

The actress awaits the release of her upcoming film “Radhe Shyam” starring Prabhas. The film, which will be released in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam, is scheduled to hit screens on July 30 this year. Radha Krishna Kumar has written and directed the period romantic drama.

Horror film ‘Host’ to digitally release on May 7

The Rob Savage-directed horror flick “Host” is all set to release on OTT on May 7.

The found footage horror film was shot completely during lockdown last year. The English language film will release in India across four languages, including subsequent release later in May in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu.

After its success in the US, Savage’s film caught the attention of Blumhouse, the production company behind the likes of “Paranormal Activity”, “Happy Death Day”, and “The Purge”. Last year, the filmmaker went on to sign a three-picture deal.

“Host is a well-crafted, anxiety-inducing thrill-ride from start to finish with an electrifying dose of horror,” said Avinaash Jumani, CEO of PictureWorks, which will release the film on Amazon Prime Video in India.

ICC Test Rankings: Karunaratne biggest gainer, three Indians in top 10

Sri Lanka skipper Dimuth Karunaratne has moved up four spots to 11th in the latest MRF ICC Test Player Rankings for Batting, which were announced on Wednesday.

The opening batsman, who scored a century (118) and a half-century (66) in the just-concluded second Test against Bangladesh which Sri Lanka won by 209 runs at Kandy, has aggregated 712 points.

New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson continues to lead the charts with 919 points, with former Australian skipper Steve Smith giving him tough competition at No. 2 with 891 points.

Three Indian players figure in the list, with skipper Virat Kohli at No.5 (814 points), is the highest-ranked.

Three players — Rishabh Pant, New Zealand’s Henry Nicholls, and Rohit Sharma — who are all on 747 points, are joint sixth. Wicketkeeper-batsman Pant has moved up three places.

In the bowling department, Australian paceman Pat Cummins — currently stuck in India after the Indian Premier League (IPL) was postponed due to a bio-bubble breach — continues to retain the top position with 908 points, followed by India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin (850 points).

Ashwin continues to be the only Indian in the top-10 of the Test Bowling Rankings.

In the all-rounder rankings, all the top-10 have retained their positions, with West Indian Jason Holder leading the charts with 423 points, followed by England’s Ben Stokes (393 pts), Ravindra Jadeja (386), and Ashwin (353) in that order.

Elli AvrRam wins best actress at Stockholm City film fest for ‘With You’

Actress Elli AvrRam has won the Best Actress award for her role in the short film “With You” at the Stockholm City Film Festival.

The 23-minute short film is based on the socially relevant subject of mental health awareness, sexual abuse, and childhood trauma.

“I’m just so thrilled and grateful for this recognition. We all went in with our heart for this project, and to see it getting this response at such prestigious film festivals is truly heart-warming. I feel so happy for all of us, grateful to my director Peppe Segura, and especially for the fact that a story like this is being noticed and appreciated,” she says.

Talking about the process of shooting the film, she adds: “I flew down from Mumbai to Stockholm to shoot the film because I wanted to be part of such films that raise awareness about important issues. Everyone who worked on the film felt it’s important to bring in light, in the darkness, because that’s what we all need to be able to find the strength and to change things. It was emotionally tough to step into my character, Lilly, but I believe that’s what I also love, to get challenged, because it leads to growth as an actor.”